The Little Red House

A child discovers an intriguing set of nesting houses, each one a different color and slightly smaller than the previous one. The last house opens to reveal a charming teddy bear. The toddler is thrilled to find the bear, and gives it a a hug and a kiss. The repetition in the text, combined with the muted colors of the art, will comfort and appeal to little ones. This book amusingly disguises a lesson in sizes and colors in a story of surprise and discovery. Ages 2-4. (Mar.)